Which Essential Oils Help Reduce Cellulite?

Cellulite is a common concern for women – up to 90% of us are said to have it in varying degrees, and while many don’t mind, many do.  For those who do, there are options for reducing it.  Although there are no miraculous ways to completely remove cellulite, some essential oils are recognised for their potential to minimise its appearance.  Aromatherapy oils are also a natural and pleasant way to address cellulite-related concerns – their therapeutic fragrance alone makes essential oils a joy to use.  In this post I’ll explore some of the best essential oils for cellulite reduction, with a specific focus on lemon and grapefruit – those gloriously fresh and uplifting oils – and their ability to reduce cellulite.  Let’s dive in! 

1. Grapefruit oil is considered one of the best aromatherapy oils for cellulite due to its invigorating properties and ability to stimulate the lymphatic system.  The lymph is our body’s natural elimination network; it works to transport waste to the lymph nodes, where it’s metabolised and removed, helping to deeply drain away the fluid that compromises leg and body shape.  Grapefruit oil for cellulite also contains enzymes that promote better circulation, which may help reduce the appearance of cellulite. It can also tighten and tone the skin, giving it a smoother appearance.  
2. Lemon oil is another essential oil known for its potential benefits in reducing cellulite, particularly on the legs.  It possesses deeply detoxifying properties that eliminate toxins from the body, potentially reducing cellulite by shifting the fluid that builds up around fat cells causing dimpling on the surface of the skin.  Additionally, lemon oil for cellulite is rich in antioxidants that can promote healthier-looking skin, and it’s refreshing and uplifting. 

Essential oil blends, which include lemon and grapefruit, along with other diuretic oils like juniper, Siberian fir, eucalyptus and rosemary, are the best aromatherapy solutions for cellulite.  Legology Cellu-Lite Salon Secret For Legs, a deep drainage oil created with natural aromatherapy extracts, is one of the best aromatherapy oils to reduce cellulite and heavy legs – both the result of fluid retention, and it contains all of these potent essential oils.  As well as reducing cellulite rosemary and geranium are known for their skin toning and tightening effects.   

While essential oils cannot completely eradicate cellulite on their own, they can play a supportive role in reducing its appearance.  Grapefruit oil and lemon oil are two of the best aromatherapy oils with specific benefits for cellulite on the legs.  These oils can help improve circulation, detoxify the body and tighten the skin. If you use aromatherapy oils singly, so just lemon or grapefruit, remember to dilute them with a carrier oil before applying them topically and conduct a patch test to check for any adverse reactions.  Of course embracing an integrated approach that includes regular exercise, a healthy diet high in protein and low in starch, and proper hydration will boost the effectiveness of essential oils in a cellulite regime.